The Frightening Moment: Cameron Smotherman's Scare at UFC 324 Weigh-Ins
Cameron Smotherman experienced a frightening moment during the UFC 324 official weigh-ins. Despite successfully weighing in at 135.5 pounds for his upcoming fight against Ricky Turcios, Smotherman fainted immediately after stepping off the scale. He stumbled and fell face-first to the stage, prompting medics to rush to his aid. After briefly sitting up and then laying back down, Smotherman eventually regained consciousness with assistance and left the stage. The cause of his fainting spell is unknown, raising concerns about his ability to compete on Saturday.
Smotherman, known as "The Baby-Faced Killer," had entered fight week on a two-loss streak following defeats to Ricky Simon and Serhiy Sidey in 2025. The focus now shifts to his well-being and whether he will be able to face Turcios in the scheduled bout. The incident underscores the physical demands and risks associated with professional mixed martial arts competition.